Learn more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in elearning enable students all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education ventures. Intellectuals want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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